Bellator's featherweight semifinals set for May 8 in Texas

The organization recently announced that Wilson Reis (7-0) meets Joe Soto (5-0) on one side of the bracket, while Estevan Payan (7-1) faces Yahir Reyes (13-5) in the other semifinal bout.

Bellator’s sixth event is scheduled for May 8 at the Central Pavilion Arena in Robstown, Texas.

Former EliteXC champion Reis earned his way into the bout with an April 10 unanimous-decision win over Henry Martinez, while Soto earned a first-round TKO over Ben Greer on April 3.

Meanwhile, Payan edged out Luis Palomino via split decision on April 3, while Reyes upset Nick Gonzlaez with a first-round submission win on the same card.

All semifinalists earned $25,000 for their quarterfinal wins. A win at the May 8 event would earn them an additional $50,000.

The night will also feature six non-tournament bouts. Tickets are currently on sale for the event at the Richard M. Borchard Regional Fairgrounds box office and RMBFairgrounds.com. Ticket prices range from $20 to just $40.

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